Find out more about this book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which explores topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in elearning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all around the world to take part in classes online. These online MOOCs are free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions are having to deal with in 2015 because online education technology is advancing so swiftly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like FutureLearn to conduct these MOOC classes? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning becomes more available there is a developing need to perceive how massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these compelling new open educational undertakings. Intellectuals want to better understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this expanding desideratum for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This gripping new book also articulates the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

MOOCS And Open Education Books